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Councillor Glen"s Stittsville Updates

Councillor Glen Gower

Every Saturday morning, Councillor Glen Gower shares news and info for Stittsville residents.

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00:10:24

January 24: It's cold!

Councillor Glen"s Stittsville Updates ·

2026/01/24

This week’s updates:Stitt Street Park consultation event for today has been cancelled due to cold weatherCold weather = great-tasting tap waterSnow removal operations underwayOC Transpo: Bus fleet update and LRT issuesOC Transpo info session for Stittsville and Kanata residents on Monday eveningNew zoning by-law comes to Council on WednesdayChanges to the Urban Fire Boundary in StittsvilleStittsville Community Micro-Grants - deadline for applications at the end of FebruaryColdest Night of the Year

00:08:52

January 17: Snow updates

Councillor Glen"s Stittsville Updates ·

2026/01/17

This week’s updates:Snow! Thanks to snow plow operators, and thanks to residents for co-operating with the parking ban. Plus some reminders for the next big snowfall.Join us for the Coldest Night of the Year fundraising walk on February 28, supporting Lionhearts Inc.Stittsville Community Micro-GrantsOC Transpo info session on January 26Ottawa Police CommunityConnectCatholic elementary school gets site plan approvalCall Miller Waste for recycling inquiries: 1-888-852-2374 or area2@millerwaste.caStitt

00:09:27

January 10: Outdoor rinks in Stittsville

Councillor Glen"s Stittsville Updates ·

2026/01/10

Good morning! Today I’m at Silas Bradley Park (Orvieto Way at Edenwylde) in the Edenwylde neighbourhood. It’s one of 16 outdoor rinks in Stittsville. A big thank you to all of the volunteers who are working hard this season to keep the ice in great shape… despite the challenging weather today! This week’s updates:Silas Bradley Park is one of ⁠16 outdoor rinks⁠ in Stittsville.Remembering Tysen Lefebvre2026 Micro-grant program launchJanuary 24: Bring your ideas for Stitt Street Park OC Transpo fleet

00:10:30

Dec 20: Wrapping up 2025

Councillor Glen"s Stittsville Updates ·

2025/12/20

This week’s updates:- Celebrating Hanukkah and supporting our Jewish neighbours - Ottawa Fire tips about oven fires- Ottawa Police tips to avoid residential break-ins- OC Transpo Food Drive results- OC Transpo winter schedule starts on December 21- OC Transpo is free on New Year’s Eve- Committee passes new Zoning By-law + update on local files- Recycling changes coming January 1- Reminder to get your flu shot and COVID shot (and RSV, if you’re eligible)- Our office will be closed December 24,

00:07:58

December 13: OC Transpo Food Drive

Councillor Glen"s Stittsville Updates ·

2025/12/13

Today is the 41st Annual OC Transpo Food Drive, and volunteers are at Brown’s (Stittsville Main) and No Frills (Iber Road) collecting donations for the Stittsville Food Bank. Let’s fill the bus! More updates:City Budget 2026: Stittsville projects, police, affordable housing, infrastructure, transitNew Zoning By-law coming to committee this weekOttawa Public Health reminder about vaccinesWinter parking remindersBrae Street parking reminderDevelopment files: Hazeldean @ Savage; MTO Highway Maintenance

00:09:07

December 6: Stittsville Parade of Lights

Councillor Glen"s Stittsville Updates ·

2025/12/06

This week’s updates:Stittsville Village Association presents the Parade of Lights this eveningNew sign for the Stittsville Muslim AssociationCity Budget wraps up on Wednesday, plus results of our budget surveyNew Zoning By-law gets closer to the finish lineIdylea pathway construction beginsMoodie on-ramp re-opensSupport the Stittsville Food BankOttawa Safety Council is looking for more adult crossing guardsOSTA is running a survey about school transportationUpcoming events, including today’s

00:11:30

November 29: CARDELREC-Goulbourn turns 25

Councillor Glen"s Stittsville Updates ·

2025/11/29

This week’s updates:This week ⁠we celebrated the 25th anniversary of the facility⁠ with some of the people who were instrumental in getting the facility built back in the days of Goulbourn Township.Small Business Saturday #SupportLocalStittsvilleCity budget updates: OC Transpo, Public Works & InfrastructureCouncillor Chat today at Farm Boy, 10am-12pmWinter parking restrictions start December 1Coyote Information Session with Coyote Watch Canada on December 11Huntmar northbound has

00:08:19

November 22: Affordable housing budget

Councillor Glen"s Stittsville Updates ·

2025/11/22

This week’s updates:City budget: $23-million (plus more) allocated for affordable housing constructionResident pop-up at No Frills this morning, 10am-12pmRECAP: O.P.P. anti-fraud presentationCARDELREC–Goulbourn 25th Anniversary celebration on Tuesday#SupportLocalStittsvilleBlasting at 1650 SheaTree removal at 37 WildpineWinter parking reminderRink volunteersParade of Lights volunteersUnited Way Burger Battle at ALEWeekend events & activities Have an excellent week! –Councillor Glen

00:11:20

November 15: City budget highlights for Stittsville

Councillor Glen"s Stittsville Updates ·

2025/11/15

This week’s updates:Maplewood Secondary School official openingThanks to the Legion for the Remembrance Day ceremonyRecap of “Are we ready?” our panel on climate resiliencyRecap of our Carp Road construction meetingCity Budget 2026 & what’s in it for StittsvilleHuntmar northbound closed November 16-26 between Maple Grove & PalladiumAnti-Fraud workshop on November 19CARDELREC-Goulbourn 25th Anniversary on November 25Local events at glengower.ca/events/Volunteers needed: Parade of Lights,

00:08:15

November 8: Remembrance Day in Stittsville

Councillor Glen"s Stittsville Updates ·

2025/11/08

This week’s updates:Remembrance Day activitiesBudget survey + a drop-in event this morning at Brown’s IndependentNovember 10: “Are We Ready?” a panel about adapting to climate change and growthNovember 13: Carp Road construction meetingNovember 19: O.P.P. anti-fraud workshopVolunteers needed for the Parade of LightsVolunteers needed for outdoor rinksThe law is changing for carbon monoxide alarms in homesChanges are coming to recycling (blue bin and black bin) on January 1Automated speed enforcement

00:12:17

November 1: Province bans speed cameras

Councillor Glen"s Stittsville Updates ·

2025/11/01

This week’s updates:Stittsville Legion Poppy CampaignHazardous Waste Depot today on Westbrook Drive (off Carp)Pumpkin Parade tonight at Village Square ParkOttawa Public Health measles alertNovember 10: Are We Ready - a panel on climate change and resilienceNovember 13: Carp Road construction meetingNovember 19: Anti-fraud workshopRouncey @ Tapadero; Rouncey @ Westphalian: Sidewalk upgradesGranite Ridge stormwater pond maintenanceTerry Fox / Westphalian pathway upgradesTake our budget surveyLansdowne

00:08:28

Oct 25: West Ridge cycling & pedestrian improvements

Councillor Glen"s Stittsville Updates ·

2025/10/25

This week’s updates: Robert Grant Avenue is open!Carp Road construction meeting on November 13West Ridge - pedestrian & cyclist safety & accessibility drop-in today 10am-noonCouncil approves primary care strategy + Kanata-Stittsville Health Hub motionWe’re sending less to the landfillSite plans for a new school on Triangle, and for low-rise homes at 815 Roger Griffiths in MapletonTraining for snow plow operatorsSmall Business WeekEvents today: Octoboofest, Fall Supper at Stittsville United

00:09:42

Oct 18: 9runrun

Councillor Glen"s Stittsville Updates ·

2025/10/18

This week’s updates: Tree planting event by the Eco West EndersStittsville Muslim Association coffeehouse on SundayPrimary care update: A new recruitment & retention strategy for Ottawa, plus a step forward on our Kanata-Stittsvile Primary Care Health HubNew license program for landscapersCOVID & flu vaccine reminderOttawa Police warn about distraction theftsKichi Zībī Mīkan closures this weekendNew pathway construction along Terry Fox near WestphalianOctober 25: West Ridge sidewalk &

00:09:42

Oct 11: What's next for Robert Grant Avenue?

Councillor Glen"s Stittsville Updates ·

2025/10/11

This week’s updates:Peak yard waste seasonThanksgiving schedule changesRobert Grant Avenue “pre-opening” recap, plus what’s nextRegional Group’s housing proposal for 560 Hazeldean RoadRecap: Stittsville South update meetingCouncil approves Housing Task Force recommendationsUpdate on Fernbank truck trafficOctober 25: Learn about sidewalk, accessibility, and cycling improvements for West RidgeRSV vaccines for older adults#weekwithoutdriving recapUpcoming events: glengower.ca/events/October 11:

00:09:16

Oct 4: Robert Grant Avenue "pre-opening" event

Councillor Glen"s Stittsville Updates ·

2025/10/04

This week’s update:#weekwithoutdrivingConstantine Luty Park naming ceremonyMetric Park grand opening, plus a record-setting attempt for “Longest Open House”SEA Canada opens its doors on HazeldeanNational Day for Truth & Reconciliation - thanks to the Rotary Club & Legacy of Hope FoundationShirley Sergeant celebrates 100 yearsOctober 7: Stittsville South info meeting1883 Stittsville Main Street - construction info6171 Hazeldean Road - tree removalOctober 4: Lone Mitten Project at the

00:10:40

Sept 27: Speed cameras

Councillor Glen"s Stittsville Updates ·

2025/09/27

This week’s update:Jour des Franco-Ontariens et Franco-OntariennesRosh Hashanah (Jewish New Year)Speed cameras: They work!Return to office - supporting hybrid work at the City of OttawaOC Transpo contract ratificationBrae parking motion passesHome Bosses Youth Centre (Kiwanis)Hydro Ottawa - Alon equipment upgrades on October 2Stittsville South - Caivan development info meeting on October 7Carp Fair this weekendSaturday: Goulbourn Township Historical Society cemetery tourSunday: Stittsville Muslim

00:10:06

Sept 20: World Clean-up Day

Councillor Glen"s Stittsville Updates ·

2025/09/20

This week’s updates: 4th Annual Quilt Walk at Mad About PatchworkFall clean-up at R.J. Bell Rotary Peace Park, part of World Clean-up DayShingwàkons student Japnam’s petition for more speed cameras and road safetyButter Tart Festival sells over 16,500 butter tarts!Robert Grant Avenue pre-opening event - ride/walk/roll/run on October 410e anniversaire de l’École secondaire catholique Paul-DesmaraisUpdate on Caivan’s Stittsville South neighbourhood designWaste diversion at local parks, plus recycling

00:13:08

Sept 13: Butter Tart Festival!

Councillor Glen"s Stittsville Updates ·

2025/09/13

This week’s updates:Butter Tart Festival today; also ApplefestReminder about stopping for school busesCouncil Approves 2026 budget directionsA motion about parking on Brae StreetLatest draft of the new zoning by-lawOC Transpo updates: O-Train testing; Moodie off-ramp; reliabilityRack & Roll at CARDELRECWeek Without Driving, September 29-October 5Stittsville South - Official Plan Amendment coming to Planning & Housing CommitteeCleaning the Capital - special clean-up at Rotary Peace Park on

00:09:54

Sept 6: Flewellyn-Jones heritage house

Councillor Glen"s Stittsville Updates ·

2025/09/06

This week’s updates:Update on the fire at Flewellyn-Jones House, and a bit of historyStittsville Muslim Association - support from the community1174 Carp Road - zoning by-law amendment going to City Council4829 Abbott Street East - development application for low-rise townhomesOttawa Public Health back-to-school vaccination reminderHop123 app from EnviroCentre - walking to schoolStittsville Goulbourn Horticultural Society Fall Plant Sale todayFood Drive for Operation Come Home, organized by the

00:11:40

August 30: Responding to incidents of hate in our...

Councillor Glen"s Stittsville Updates ·

2025/08/30

This week’s updates:Supporting the Stittsville Muslim Association after an incident of hateful vandalismSupport for Ottawa’s Jewish communityOttawa Public Health resources to help cope with stressful eventsBike Rodeo today at CARDELRECUpcoming events - including the weekly parkrun and Market @ The BarnRegister for Cleaning the CapitalThe City of Ottawa’s return-to-office mandateUpdate on this week’s power outage1174 Carp Road coming to Planning & Housing Committee on WednesdayIdylea Linear Park

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